Banaras, a platonic love story

Published: Friday, April 17, 2009, 12:29 [IST]

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Recently released film Banaras talks about a Platonic love. Director Nemom Pushparaj said that the film was shot in the holy city of Banaras, where filming is usually restricted. He was speaking at Press meet at Thiruvananthapuram. The film has been shot at architectural marvels like Manikarnika Ghat, Saranath, Harishchandra Ghat, Thulsidas Ghat and Banaras Hindu University since the producer M.R. Nair is very familiar with the place and people. The film is based on a story by producer M.R Nair. Script writer Cherian Kalpakavadi, producer M.R Nair, actor Vineeth and Navya Nair also attended the press meet.

Vineeth said that his role in the film is a blessing and the Malayalam audiences have always appreciated sensible films like this.He also lauded the contribution of the music director M. Jayachandran to the success of the film. When asked whether the reign of superstars have brought down the opportunities of youngsters, he said that superstars have only inspired young actors like him. Opportunities get restricted due to lack of good stories in Malayalam film industry.

Navya admitted that she was apprehensive about being sidetracked by another heroine, Kavya Madhavan, in the film, but all through "there has been a healthy competition with Kavya". "For two years I have not had a noteworthy character in Malayalam. So this film is a sort of comeback for me'', she added.

Script writer Cherian Kalpakavadi said that the producer had given him a free hand. He had made it clear at the outset itself that his intention has been to make a good film rather than a box office hit.

Producer M.R Nair said that this film is inspired from his 35 years or more of experiences in the holy city.

Pushparaj said that although the initial response to the film is positive it was not able to release it all over the state, because of the star monopoly. They could not get theatres in some places. Another reason is that too many films were released during this summer vacation season.